49 more markets to get Verizon 4G turned on by the first half of 2011

In December, as we reported, Verizon had its LTE 4G network turned on in 38 markets. Now, a list has been discovered that names 49 more markets that will receive Big Red's LTE service by the first half of this year. With the carrier already expected to have 140 markets covered by its 4G service by the end of 2011, another 50 should be turned on to Verizon's LTE in the second half of this year.

One main question on the mind of every Verizon customer is how much will the carrier be charging for LTE service. The carrier right now charges $50 for 5 GB and $80 for 10 GB on its 4G USB modem, but prices could be different for smartphones. Hopefully, we will hear something from Verizon soon about pricing so that those out there dreaming of a Motorola DROID BIONIC or an HTC Thunderbolt in their hands will know what to expect in terms of their monthly bill.

For a list of the 49 markets expected to get Verizon 4G in the first half of the year, click on the source link.

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1.BertK (unregistered)

Based on my reading of the Verizon's press release of January 6th, it appears they are adding 140 markets in 2011 to the 38 existing cities bringing the total covered markets to 178 at the end of 2011.

3.vzwbarnegat (unregistered)

4.JeffdaBeat (unregistered)

No...LTE2 is capable of so much more...I'm pretty sure it also requires a different chipset instead of a regular software update.

Regardless, I love how relentless Verizon is in making this nationwide. As much as I don't like some of the stuff Verizon does...this forces companies like AT&T and Sprint to follow through with spreading their 4G services. One think that irks me about AT&T is that 3G is available in all major cities and that's great. But if we are going to move wireless into the future, it NEEDS to be everywhere. We could do VoIP over LTE if it were nationwide. So many possibilities, if carriers don't just focus their attention on major cities...

the reason they are focusing on major cities is because they can make more money on a 4G tower in a city area than a smaller town. The same happened when the 3G rollout started years ago. They will rollout as time allows them, they are doing it smart there. However, I also pray and hope that consumers dont buy into Verizon's 4G hype and get their wallets pierced by Verizon's draconian data plans, and instead force Verizon's hand to offer more value for the money on those plans.

Well said. Verizon does have a great network but their prices keep some potential customers away. Even though Verizon has a better network according to reports, they're not the best in every city. But they make up the hype with their advertisements. Whether you like Verizon or not you have to admit that Verizon's commercials are very "compelling". After watching a few commercials some people would actuall pick Verizon based on the "best network" claim. It's sure not because of their price or phone selections (unless it's Android).

Don't be drawn to commercials. If Verizon 4G really works great then that's cool. But Verizon would be wise to quit nickel & diming everybody. People still want a good price for value. AT&T works better in my area but the icing on the cake was I can save $30/month on AT&T. Just saying.

13.Idiot (unregistered)

Not on minutes and data. While AT&T usually don't advertise it, they have a 550 family plan which is cheaper than Verizon's 700 plan. Also instead of $30 smartphone data plan I only spend $25. (I'm not getting into the unlimited vs. 2GB data issue)

So my wife and I spend less on AT&T than Verizon. And I still get employee discounts.

19.ghost (unregistered)

Verizon offers that plan too. It's not advertised it's called a loyalty plan just like at&t. If you think your paying less with at&t than verizon your mistaken. I would also much rather pay $5 extra per month to jump from a 2GB limit to unlimited. If you area has better service with at&t thats one thing but they are not cheaper and limit your data and give you a $5 apology.

7.tim242 (unregistered)

I live in a bigger city than some of those listed and my city wasn't listed. Even though I'm on AT&T I won't ever completely write off Verizon. Verizon is a great network but AT&T happens to be the better choice where I live. If Verizon fails at bringing LTE to my city I won't even consider it over AT&T's faster network. I guess I'll wait and see what happens later this year. I'm not a total fanboy for either one. I'm just a fan to the one that works best.

See my reply above. I have a lower minute plan than Verizon offers, 550 min with Rollover. Also the data plans are cheaper. So yes, I save money. And I agree with you on the 4G subject. I don't think HSPA+ is no more 4G than making EVDO rev0 go to EVDO revA. It's just making current technology faster, it's not a new generation tech.

16.SettingTheRecordStraight (unregistered)

Actually, Verizon Wireless ALSO offers an unadvertised 550 minute family share plan, for $59.99 for the first 2 lines and $9.99 for each additional line. Verizon Wireless also offers customers the choice of $15/150MB or $29.99/unlimited for their data plans. Ultimately, VZW customers have more freedom in their pricing, as well as a much larger 3G coverage area when compared to AT&T.

What if the 4G pricing is too high? Can you purchase a 4G enabled phone like the Bionic or LG Revolution and take a $29.99 3G unlimited data plan? If the phones are as new, cool and fast as they claim, do I care that a webpage loads a 1/2 second slower on 3G than 4G?

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